Fri Oct 18 06:05:40 UTC 2024: ## India Struggles Against Resurgent New Zealand in Bengaluru Test
**Bengaluru:** The first Test match between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru has taken a dramatic turn, with New Zealand dominating the third day’s play. After a disastrous first innings where they were bowled out for a paltry 46 runs, India faces an uphill battle to salvage the match.
New Zealand, led by a century from Rachin Ravindra, took a commanding lead of 299 runs at lunch on day 3. Ravindra, who notched his second Test century, along with Tim Southee (49 not out), continued to frustrate the Indian bowlers.
The Kiwis resumed their innings on 150/3 and quickly amassed runs, reaching 345/7 at lunch. India’s bowlers struggled to contain the New Zealand batsmen, with Ravindra and Southee putting on a crucial partnership.
The Indian bowlers managed to pick up four wickets in the morning session, but it was not enough to stem the flow of runs.
With a substantial lead, New Zealand appears to be in a strong position to win the match. India will need a miraculous performance in their second innings to even have a chance of salvaging a draw.
The match resumes after lunch with India needing to find a way to dismiss New Zealand and limit the damage.
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